This month we are going to host a sunrise hike to the most iconic rock formation in the Superstition Wilderness area; Weavers Needle. This hike leads us through beautiful desert landscape and rewards us with an incredible view of the 1000 ft. high rock column and the surrounding valley via Fremont Saddle. Peralta Trail Length: […]
Well almost. Just go to your email and click on the link we just sent you to confirm. It will be from Cameron at AHG (that’s me!) and the subject line will say “AHG Hike Opt-In: Please Confirm Subscription”. What’s Next? If you are new to Arizona or to the site check out our GET STARTED […]
Summer is coming. The temperatures are climbing and so are heat exhaustion, dehydration, heat stroke, and deaths in the desert. Every year I see dozens of stories relating to sun exposure that leads to injury or death and many of the victims are novice hikers who make easily avoidable mistakes. After seeing this for years […]
Note: These items are my essentials when I’m hiking with Cameron (whose list contains the much more practical essentials), check out his list first if you are hiking alone or are the most responsible group member. Keep your skin healthy and your temperature down. Here are my favorites: (sunscreen, moisturizer, chapstick, Outdoor Research Swift Sun […]
Tom’s Thumb was our biggest turnout (we’ve only had two so far…) with over 40 people showing up for the hike! We saw some people we met at the #Optoutside Flatiron Hike and we also saw many new faces (including some awesome kids who made it all the way up)! We met at the Tom’s […]
Ahnu Footwear began with Jacqueline Van Dine, Jim Van Dine and Jenny Fredericks and their ideas for a better shoe. They searched for products that blended performance and style but couldn’t find it – so they made them! Hailing from the Bay area in California, this shoe company matches shoes with your lifestyle and asks […]
Here are the items I bring with me anytime and anywhere I go. It is good idea to just keep these things packed up and ready to go in case you spontaneously decide to get outside! **Note: This does not include the items that I wear. This is a list of things that go in […]
Length: 2.4 miles (round trip) Trailhead Elevation: 1,420 ft. Gain/Loss: +1,190 ft. Difficulty: Difficult Rating: 6/10 Solitude: Low Season: Winter/Spring/Fall Dog Friendly: No The Phoenix Mountain Preserve is a beautiful range that offers several hikes. One of the most popular is the Summit #300 hike located on the southwest side of the preserve. This trail […]
Company: Polar Bottle The company was founded by Robert Heiberger and Judy Amabile in 1994 from a garage in Boulder, Colorado and has grown to become a leader in the hydration market with bottles shipped around the world. All of their plastic products are made in America and are BPA-free and Phthalate-free. Of their products, the Polar […]
Come join the Maricopa County Animal Care and Control shelter on Saturday, October 3rd for the 3rd annual Wag & Walk Adoption Hike! From October through April, the shelter teams up with the Usery Mountain Regional Park in Mesa to help these furry friends find homes. Every Saturday during these months you can find these […]
There are seven guiding principles to proper etiquette in the outdoors given to us by The Leave No Trace Center for Outdoor Ethics. Please review these guidelines before going on any adventure. Plan Ahead and Prepare Know the regulations and special concerns for the area you’ll visit. Prepare for extreme weather, hazards, and emergencies. Schedule […]
The Snow Peak Titanium 600 Cup is the largest and most popular ultralight single-walled cup the company makes. Holding 600ml, the mug can easily cook freeze dried meals over an open flame. After backpacking with a friend who owned (and raved about) this product I decided to purchase my first titanium cup to complete my cook system. […]
Length: 2.4 miles (round trip) Trailhead Elevation: 2,000 Gain/Loss: +700 Difficulty: Easy Solitude: Low Season: Winter/Spring/Fall Dog Friendly: Yes The Treasure Loop Trail is a short, beautiful loop hike through the desert landscape of the Superstition Mountains. Along the hike you will see many unusual rock formations, benches to rest on, and great views of the mountain range […]
The Darn Tough Vermont Men’s 1/4 Hiker Cushion Sock is built to withstand the worst conditions. The Vermont based company offers comfort without the bulk and tout no slipping, no bunching, and no blisters when wearing their socks. Darn Tough Hiker Socks are made from fine gauge Merino Wool which makes them a fast drying and breathable “all weather” […]